Anusha interviews Ryan Seubarran, a former student at Greenville Tech Charter HS and a current student at Presbyterian College, on his past legislative efforts to combat the opioid crisis. Topics discussed include the pros and cons of harm redu

Law Enforcement & Addiction: A Youth's Perspective (featuring Arianna Lauper)

Dec 19th, 2020 11m 34s

Anusha interviews Arianna Lauper, an intern at the Coroner's Office. Topics discussed: the complexities of the law enforcement field, the intersection of law enforcement and addiction, and the importance of education in the addiction field.

Mental Health & Addiction: A Youth's Perspective (featuring Lana Abunijem)

Dec 2nd, 2020 8m 45s

Anusha interviews Lana Abunijem, an intern at Mental Health America. Topics discussed: the services Mental Health America provides, the impact of COVID-19 on mental health, the role of addiction in mental health, and the harmful impacts of the

Healthcare & Addiction: The Story of Two Youth (featuring Natalia & Shahd)

Nov 25th, 2020 22m 46s

Anusha interviews Natalia and Shahd, two high school students currently shadowing various healthcare professionals. Topics discussed: first-hand observations of addiction, the prescribing process of pain medication, the lack of communication be

A Talk About The Addiction Prevention Field (featuring Brandi Simmons)

Nov 18th, 2020 29m 16s

Anusha interviews Brandi Simmons, her mentor as well as the DFC Grant Coordinator and Senior Prevention Specialist at the Phoenix Center, about the journey to becoming a prevention specialist, the current challenges of the addiction prevention

The Opioid Epidemic: Reaching Out (featuring Michael McLain)

Nov 11th, 2020 15m 50s

Anusha interviews Michael McLain, Local Provider Relations Director at the Phoenix Center on his career journey and unique experience with the opioid epidemic. Topics discussed include the accessibility of the Phoenix Center, the current status

The End Result of the Opioid Epidemic (featuring Shelton England)

Oct 28th, 2020 18m 33s

Anusha interviews Shelton England, Deputy Coroner at the Greenville County Coroner's Office on his career journey and unique experience with the opioid epidemic. Topics discussed include common opioids, the role of education, and legislative co

Treating the Opioid Epidemic (featuring Jessica Owens)

Oct 21st, 2020 8m 42s

Anusha interviews Jessica Owens, the Adult Services Director at the Phoenix Center, on her journey and unique experience with the opioid epidemic. Topics discussed include the root causes and impacts of the epidemic, the adult treatment sector

The Opioid Epidemic: A Police Officer's Perspective (featuring David Owens)

Oct 14th, 2020 13m 50s

Anusha interviews Detective David Owens, a detective in the Greenville County Multi-Jurisdictional Drug Enforcement Unit, on his journey and unique experience with the opioid epidemic.

The Opioid Epidemic: A Physician's Perspective (featuring Dr. Kevin Walker)

Oct 7th, 2020 18m 20s

Anusha interviews Dr. Kevin Walker, an anesthesiologist and the medical director for pain medicine at Prisma Health, on his career journey and unique experience with the opioid epidemic.